5 p.m. on www.postcrescent.com: The latest batch of proposals to combat drunken driving in Wisconsin strikes some familiar themes: Stiffer fines, longer jail and prison terms, and vehicle seizures. But if a Milwaukee lawmaker has his way, sobriety checkpoints - which are presently outlawed in the state - will someday be part of the mix.

Bike challenge warming up as snow melts

4 p.m. on www.postcrescent.com: Fox Valley cyclists have their eyes on the top prize in a national competition that measures miles traveled in metro areas. The Fox Cities Bike Challenge is holding a private kickoff luncheon this week at Kimberly-Clark Corp. to build anticipation for the event that begins May 1.

10 home-based ideas for the encouragement of better student writing

7 a.m. on www.postcrescent.com/familyfirst: Writing is not just a skill to teach and practice in English or reading class.
Parents looking for ideas to promote writing at home can incorporate Ron Schreier, Appleton West writing development coordinator's list of 10 home-based parent-help ideas for the encouragement of better student writing.

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